Music

Rapper and actress Queen Latifah recently made a rare appearance on social media to shut down viral rumors claiming that she had passed away. In a video posted online, Latifah reassured fans that she is doing just fine and urged people not to believe everything they see or hear on the internet. The star appeared […]

With the recent success of rising rock band The Paradox, we looked back at the Black pioneers of alternative music who helped pave the way.

Miles Caton and legend Buddy Guy collaborate on a new "Tiny Desk" episode. In "Sinners" Caton plays the young version of Guy's character.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its list of nominees for the Class of 2026, highlighting an eclectic mix of rock, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and alternative artists who have shaped the sound of modern music. 2026 Nominees: To be eligible for nomination, an artist or band must have released their first […]

Cardi B is having a memorable-and slightly clumsy- tour run. The “Press” rapper recently took another tumble while performing in Seattle, falling backward into an open trap door on stage during her set. The moment surprised fans, especially since it comes just weeks after she fell out of a chair during another performance. Despite the […]

Bruno Mars is getting fans ready for an exciting Friday. The Grammy Award–winning artist has officially revealed the tracklist for his upcoming album, The Romantic. The nine-track project will feature all-new music, including his Billboard hit “I Just Might.” The Romantic is set to be released on Friday, February 27, 2026. Shortly after the album […]

One of Usher’s biggest hits, “My Boo,” almost never happened. During an appearance on Storytelling with Dominique Renee, producer and songwriter Adonis Shropshire revealed that Usher initially hated the track when he first heard it. “We played ‘My Boo.’ He hates it. Hates it,” Adonis shared. “He told us, whatever y’all do, don’t ever play […]

Soul singer Jill Scott is back and sounding better than ever. The Philadelphia native recently brought her signature blend of soul, poetry, and powerhouse vocals to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert stage, where she performed a collection of new songs from her latest album, To Whom It May Concern. She also treated fans to beloved favorites, […]

Fun fact: Since the RRHOF inducted its first batch of artists in 1986, every single group of inductees has included non-rock artists.

Grammy-nominated singer Ari Lennox is officially hitting the road. The “Shea Butter” songstress announced her upcoming Vacancy tour, set to kick off later this year. The tour launches on Sunday, April 12, in Seattle, Washington, and will make its way across several major cities. Lennox is scheduled to stop in Atlanta on Tuesday, May 5, […]

Celebrating 40 years of 'Control', the magnum opus of pop queen Janet Jackson, we look at 40 of her hits alongside Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.

Grammy-winning artist Miguel stopped by NPR’s Tiny Desk to perform a selection of songs from his latest project, Caos. The intimate set highlighted his signature vocals and artistic evolution, giving fans a stripped-down look at the new era of his music. During the performance, Miguel also opened up about his journey as an artist, reflecting […]